Threat level in the Devdoraki Gorge is currently minimal, water levels have returned to their normal state, no flash floods or mudslides are being recorded. Such a statement was released by the National Environmental Agency [NEA].

“On July 31, the early warning system installed in the Devdoraki Gorge detected a mudslide. The system immediately transmitted an alarm signal to the Kazbegi border checkpoint, prompting immediate restrictions on road traffic.

To evaluate potential additional threats, specialists from the NEA conducted surveys of the Devdoraki-Amali Gorge using drone technology and assessed the risks accordingly.

Intense atmospheric precipitation in the Kazbegi municipality and its tributaries of the Tergi River triggered mudslides. It should be mentioned that the gorges of the Kuro and Chkhere rivers, along with a significant mudslide in the right tributary of the Tergi near the village of Tsdo, temporarily obstructed the riverbed.

Currently, the dam has been opened, posing no threat to the gorge. Additionally, a powerful mudflow occurred in the Amali-Devdoraki riverbed. However, it didn’t impact infrastructure facilities in the Dariali Gorge.

The effectiveness of this alarm system has been tested and verified specifically for gorges near road infrastructure. It enables authorities to restrict road traffic swiftly if necessary”, - reads the statement of NEA.